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Soulbyte for Thursday November 5, 2026

-Artwork © 2026 Jan Ketchel

When someone is having a bad day, give them support in whatever way you can but not so much that you deplete your own energy and need help in return. It’s okay to weigh whether or not it’s right to help someone who asks. And, if you are able, then it’s usually okay to help as well. But there are times when it’s righter to pull inward and care for the self. Friends and family will understand. Those who truly care about you will understand. Those who know you well will understand and they will remember all the times you have offered yourself unconditionally, but sometimes it just isn’t possible. At such times, offer to yourself all that you would have offered someone else. And be grateful that you took care of what needs doing at home, knowing that the next time you are called upon you will be refreshingly ready to help.

All our love,
The Soul Sisters, Jan & Jeanne

Soulbyte for Sunday July 26, 2026

-Artwork © 2026 Jan Ketchel

Watch out for energy drains today. There is always something that needs your attention, but you don’t always have to give it. You can decide to pull in your energy from what calls or beckons and stay contained for one day. In so doing you will pull back your energy for better use within yourself, to do something important and nurturing for yourself alone. It’s not selfish to be self-caring, to take care of yourself for one day; it’s actually a really good thing to do.

All our love,
The Soul Sisters, Jan & Jeanne

Soulbyte for Tuesday June 23, 2026

-Artwork © 2026 Jan Ketchel

Keep alert but don’t panic. Keep on top of things but don’t overdo. Give your energy where is most needed but also protect it for what’s needed most. Let the outside world find its equilibrium without you, if that is the best thing for you to do. Or engage the world in whatever way feels right for you to do. But also track your energy throughout the day and make good decisions to protect yourself, and your energy, when it’s right to do so. For you can often get so caught up in something that you lose track of yourself, and before you know it you are depleted and exhausted. Temper yourself. Ground yourself.

All our love,
The Soul Sisters, Jan & Jeanne

Soulbyte for Friday June 19, 2026

-Artwork © 2026 Jan Ketchel

Put your arms around yourself right now and say to yourself, I love you! I love you so much! Do this often throughout the day, reminding yourself often just how completely lovable you are, how much you value yourself, and how proud you are of the journey that you are taking through life. There is nothing more important than upholding a loving relationship with yourself every day of your life. For you are the most important being in your life, and you certainly deserve such loving support.

All our love,
The Soul Sisters, Jan & Jeanne

Soulbyte for Wednesday June 17, 2026

-Artwork © 2026 Jan Ketchel

Grant yourself some time off today, a little respite from the worries and challenges of life. Grab something that helps you to relax and let go for a little while. Sometimes just a few deep breaths are enough to begin the process. Sometimes a walk in the woods is all you need. Sometimes sitting in the first rays of the morning sun will make your respite that much better. It’s okay to say no to someone. It’s okay to withdraw for some selfcare, for a self-kindness day, for a self-strengthening day, for a little bit of alone time. Let the day unfold with the intention that today is a day to pay attention to the whole self, inside and out, and to let relaxation and calmness be the words of the day.

All our love,
The Soul Sisters, Jan & Jeanne